Almost 7 years ago, the Walls Street Journal published a great article about the idea of coworking. Raymound Flandez espoused that those within coworking communities enjoy lower overhead and improved networking. These advantages still hold true today and are even more important to remote workers outside of the urban core. So why are so many mobile and independent professionals in bedroom communities still working in their bedrooms? Read more
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Personal Assistants needed
OPPORTUNITY: We have had several people ask about a part-time need for personal assistant and administrative support. While we will not be directly providing these services, we would like to keep a database of professionals who do.
Coworking – good for body, mind, and … wallet? The unexpected benefits of membership
Google the phrase “benefits of coworking” and you will get 609,000 links to articles, research, surveys, and other info touting how joining a collaborative business community will enhance your profitability and productivity, create opportunities for collaboration, solve your problems of isolation from potential clients, and help you grow your business.
But rarely do people talk about the financial, physiological, and environmental advantages. Those things that are more immediate and often measurable that improve our quality of life, stress levels, physical health, and familial bonds.
Coworking ….. it isn’t about the space – or is it?
(A founder’s reflection on opening day of the first coworking community in York County, SC – a suburb of Charlotte, NC)
Within just a couple of years, almost half of our workforce will be entrepreneurs and mobile, freelance or contingent knowledge workers. Coworking communities, numbering over 8000 worldwide, are becoming an expected amenity to the creative class when choosing where to live and engage.
What is your superhero power? … It might be Tummling!
Growing up in the south, one of my favorite writers was Lewis Grizzard, famous for his witty take on southern culture. Although I didn’t agree with a lot of his musings, one epiphany he had (and the excitement with which he had it) has always stuck with me. Once, someone trying to insult him, called him a “smart-a** white boy”. With great vigor and zest, he said “FINALLY I know what I am! I’m a smart-a** white boy”. After years of inner conflict, he was now able to put a word to his professional calling.
When deciding to develop a coworking community in Fort Mill, SC, I had to do a lot of self-reflection to be able to explain to others (and myself) why I felt that it was my mission to bring collaboration, community and creativity to our area … all for the benefit of local independent workers. I looked back over my time in higher ed, corporate America, professional associations and even social circles to determine what my talents (or self-professed superhero powers) are.
LOOM Coworking’s May newsletter
LOOM Coworking (opening June1) is now accepting members and is having several events and a space tour this month! See details in our May newsletter!
FYI … In case you didn’t know, we also have partnerships with Field of Dreams and The Learning Experience for 10% off childcare for LOOM members! Looking now for additional Community Benefit Partners!
New Fort Mill event venue, opening in May!
New Fort Mill event venue, opening in May!
As we are preparing to open the doors at the new LOOM Coworking, I wanted to reach out to you and let you know of a new special events venue coming online. I hope that you will consider it for any of the upcoming events you coordinate.
Not sure about the benefits of coworking or why it is needed our area?
I recently read an article, “Coworking— a game changer in office space” and thought it addressed a lot of the questions people have about coworking. Personally, I feel the community and educational amenities (lunch and learns, collaboration and consultation opportunities, etc.) are the foundation of coworking, but this explains some of the more economical aspects.
Check out the space!
Want to get an idea of what LOOM will look like? Here are some conceptual renderings of the space we will inhabit this summer while our permanent space is being built!
No need for work space? Here are ways you can benefit from LOOM in Fort Mill!
How Coworking coming to our suburban downtown can help you, even if you don’t need work space!
Folks who work in a typical office or who are happy as a clam working from home often tune out when we begin talking about the benefits of being part of a Coworking community. However, take a moment and consider how you and every member of the greater York County area can be involved!